Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Sweet Potatoes with Bacon

This is a super simple and delicious recipe that I originally came across on Pinterest.  As readers may know, I am really into Brussels sprouts, even though they are one of those veggies that so many people shy away from.  But they are delicious!  Especially with bacon.  But doesn't bacon make everything better?  So I tried it out and we really enjoyed it- and I even left out the cheese!  It is a really healthy and flavorful side dish that you should definitely try out.  Here is what I did:

Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Sweet Potatoes with Bacon
(serves 3-4)

1 container fresh baby or regular brussels sprouts (about 12 ounces)

2 big sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

extra-virgin olive oil

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

sea or kosher salt and fresh black pepper

3 slices bacon

2 - 3 tablespoons fresh grated Parmesan cheese

Read more at http://www.cinnamonspiceandeverythingnice.com/side-dish-saturdays-roasted-brussels-sprouts-sweet-potatoes-and-bacon/#MWr0w0fVrp2vsPj3.99

• 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into chunks
• 12 oz (or about 2 big handfuls) Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• olive oil
• salt & pepper
• 1/2 t dried thyme
• 3-4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Preparation
Heat oven to 400.  On a large baking pan, combine potato chunks and sprouts.  Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, and thyme.  Use a spatula (or your hands) to ensure that everything is mixed and evenly coated.  Bake for 25-30 minutes, until everything is browned.

Once you remove the pan from the oven, toss/stir in the bacon crumbles, and serve!

I served this alongside some nice sliced pork tenderloin, and it was a wonderful meal.  Try it with any of your favorite main courses, and enjoy!

1 container fresh baby or regular brussels sprouts (about 12 ounces)

2 big sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

extra-virgin olive oil

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

sea or kosher salt and fresh black pepper

3 slices bacon

2 - 3 tablespoons fresh grated Parmesan cheese

Read more at http://www.cinnamonspiceandeverythingnice.com/side-dish-saturdays-roasted-brussels-sprouts-sweet-potatoes-and-bacon/#pUIKfJp3U7fFJHbB.99

1 container fresh baby or regular brussels sprouts (about 12 ounces)

2 big sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

extra-virgin olive oil

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

sea or kosher salt and fresh black pepper

3 slices bacon

2 - 3 tablespoons fresh grated Parmesan cheese

Read more at http://www.cinnamonspiceandeverythingnice.com/side-dish-saturdays-roasted-brussels-sprouts-sweet-potatoes-and-bacon/#pUIKfJp3U7fFJHbB.99